Spain’s unheralded aces end Deschamps’ France romance with World Cup dream of success
Spain edged its opponent for completed passes, but had only two shots on target compared to France’s three. Both attempts counted, with Mikel Oyarzabal converting an early penalty after Lamine Yamal was fouled by Lucas Digne, before Porro added a second following a one-two with Dani Olmo.
Disaster unpreparedness: Coach Deschamps rues France’s too many errors in World Cup semi-final loss to Spain
Asked whether France had been given a footballing lesson, Deschamps acknowledged the quality of Luis de la Fuente’s side while lamenting his own team’s technical shortcomings.
